Library Assistant - Gloucester

Job No: MCC3500 | Location: Gloucester

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. To find out more about our beautiful region click here.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important asset and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do.  We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre has relocated to a brand-new state of the art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means “sitting/meeting place” in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

The role

This position sits within the Library team and is responsible for the delivery of professional customer service and support of library events and programs. 

In this position you will partake in various customer interactions, maintain the cleanliness and presentation of the library and provide assistance in using technology (e.g internet, printers, wireless PCs etc) 

The person

We are looking for someone with: 

• Excellence in customer service with the ability to carry out library transactions in a helpful and timely manner.
• Experience and knowledge of public library systems and tasks
• Basic computer literacy and including the capacity to effectively use Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn the Library Management System.
• Capacity to support the delivery of library programs
• Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain
• Current Class C driver’s license 

The package: $27.03 p/h plus superannuation. 

Location: Gloucester Library - 27 Denison Street, Gloucester 

Tenure: Part-Time, 6 hours a week (3hrs Monday and 3hrs Friday) 

How to apply (apply here): 

• Before applying please review the POSITION DESCRIPTION 
• When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. 
• We recommend you prepare your question responses in a separate Word document and once complete, copy each response to the relevant question on the application form.
• Click the "NEXT" button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume. 
• You will be able to review your application before submitting it.
• We will be in touch via email.

At MidCoast Council, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment.

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Jess Anniwell, Talent Acquisition Officer on 02 7955 7934.

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Beverley Dillon, Branch Librarian on (02) 7955 7422.

Closing date: Sunday 10th April 2022 at 11.30 pm.

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ePrograms Librarian

• Reference Number: S100-22-683
• Closing Date: 05-04-2022
• Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
• Permanent Full-time - 35 hrs - 7 day roster (1 in 4 weekend)
• Salary $72,842 - $83,768 p.a. plus Superannuation and Library Loading
• Flexible working conditions, family friendly policies and other great employee benefits.

Waverley is a diverse and innovative Council located in the heart of Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. With a broad range of services, programs and initiatives, Waverley is one of the leading local government areas in NSW. Taking in some of Sydney's most beautiful beaches including the world famous Bondi Beach, and encompassing part of Sydney's global economic corridor at Bondi Junction, Waverley Council is an enriching place to broaden your career.

We have a great opportunity for you to unleash your technical expertise and creativity in our busy library assisting in a range of activities including answering reference, children’s library and readers’ services enquiries at our service desk and delivering high quality public programs.

We have a great opportunity for you to unleash your technical expertise and creativity in our busy library assisting in a range of activities including answering reference, children’s library and readers’ services enquiries at our service desk and delivering high quality public programs.

We are looking for someone who can design and implement innovative and future focused technical library programs and outreach activities such as 3D printing, coding and makerspace workshops for all sectors of the community. If you have excellent interpersonal skills, a great attention to detail, love working in a fast-paced changing environment and are committed to the highest standard of customer assistance, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please refer to the position description for detailed information on the position and required skills and experience. For more information contact Natasha Aldrich on (02) 9083 8724.

Waverley Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; LGBTIQ; and other minority groups.

Key Documents

• View The Job Description (PD - Librarian ePrograms 2021.pdf)
• Preview The Position Requirements

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Customer Experience Officer – Relief – Band 4
 

Fixed Contract – Full time – until 30th October 2022
$36.9542– $39.9252 per hour
70 hours per fortnight including an evening shift plus weekends (One Saturday shift every 4 weeks and one Sunday shift every 8 weeks)

About the business and the role
Casey Cardinia Libraries is seeking a Customer Experience Officer – Relief

• Full time – Fixed contract, 35 hours per week
• Band 4
• Salary range between $67,256 to $72,663 + super

Casey Cardinia Libraries are seeking an enthusiastic staff member who is passionate about providing services to our community with excellent customer service skills.

CCL have a shared vision, mission and values that are absolutely vital to our success. They define who we are and how we operate. At CCL we value our staff and encourage them to strive to be the best they can, using their strengths every day.

Our library service is important to our community and we want our people (staff and customers) to feel valued and appreciated. Our team work in libraries because they really care about their community and want to make a difference.

This is a Fixed Term contract until 30 October 2022, it is a full-time position at a Band 4 level. It includes an evening shift, one Saturday shift in four weeks and one Sunday shift in eight weeks.

If you:

• Love working with people
• Are committed to providing great customer service to our community in a vibrant public library environment
• Are interested in running programs and events
• Are confident with information technology and enjoy helping others use it
• Feel energised by our values of Creativity; Love of Learning; Humour; Social Intelligence; Teamwork and Fairness

We want you to apply!

Skills and Experience

To be successful within this role you will need to have:

• A strong commitment to upholding CCL Values and supporting behaviours
• Ability to effectively and efficiently provide friendly customer service
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate with all ages across all levels of community
• Information technology and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated understanding of the role of public libraries in communities and a community focused approach to service delivery
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet organisational strategic outcomes.
• Ability to undertake supervisory responsibilities as required
• Children and Youth experience is advantageous
• Driver license
• Working With Children Check
• Full COVID Vaccination

Contact Janine Galvin on 0409 230 264 for further information

Applicants can view the Position Description here.

Applications close on (5pm) on Friday 8th April 2022

Customer Experience Officer – Relief – Band 3
 

Fixed Contract – Full time – until 30th October 2022
$33.0077 – $36.5024 per hour
70 hours per fortnight including an evening shift plus weekends (One Saturday shift every 4 weeks and one Sunday shift every 8 weeks)

About the business and the role
Casey Cardinia Libraries is seeking a Customer Experience Officer – Relief

• Full time – Fixed contract, 35 hours per week
• Band 3
•  Salary range between $60,074 to $66,434 + super

Casey Cardinia Libraries are seeking an enthusiastic staff member who is passionate about providing services to our community with excellent customer service skills.

CCL have a shared vision, mission and values that are absolutely vital to our success. They define who we are and how we operate. At CCL we value our staff and encourage them to strive to be the best they can, using their strengths every day.

Our library service is important to our community and we want our people (staff and customers) to feel valued and appreciated. Our team work in libraries because they really care about their community and want to make a difference.

This is a Fixed Term contract until 30 October 2022, it is a full-time position at a Band 3 level. It includes an evening shift, one Saturday shift in four weeks and one Sunday shift in eight weeks.

If you:

• Love working with people
• Are committed to providing great customer service to our community in a vibrant public library environment
• Are interested in running programs and events
• Are confident with information technology and enjoy helping others use it
• Feel energised by our values of Creativity; Love of Learning; Humour; Social Intelligence; Teamwork and Fairness

We want you to apply!

Skills and Experience

To be successful within this role you will need to have:

• A strong commitment to upholding CCL Values and supporting behaviours
• Ability to effectively and efficiently provide friendly customer service
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate with all ages across all levels of community
• Information technology and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated understanding of the role of public libraries in communities and a community focused approach to service delivery
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet organisational strategic outcomes.
• Driver license
• Working With Children Check
• Full COVID Vaccination

Contact Janine Galvin on 0409 230 264 for further information

Applicants can view the Position Description here.

Applications close on (5pm) on Friday 8th April 2022

Email applications directly to employment@cclc.vic.gov.au

Librarian - Customer Service (casual)

• Reference Number: 10443
• Location: Brimbank Libraries
• Enterprise Agreement / Classification: EA - Library Band 5A 35 Hour Cas
• Hourly rate: $38.92 plus 25% loading

About Brimbank Libraries

Brimbank Libraries is a dynamic public library service in Melbourne’s western suburbs delivering a range of services and programs to the community to support lifelong learning, literacy and community development.

Libraries are based at Deer Park, Keilor, St Albans, Sunshine and Sydenham.

Our casual staff team provides proactive excellent customer service to all library users.

About the role

Work with a great team of staff who are committed to providing exceptional services to our community. You will actively contribute to effective customer service and leading the team as required when on rostered desk shifts.

Your responsibilities include providing face to face customer service responding to customer needs in a timely manner.  This can range from information queries, using technology and wanting a great book to read!

Hours are worked on an as needs basis backfilling staff absences. You may work at any of our five libraries across seven days per week including evening shifts.

About You

This is a perfect opportunity for a new librarianship graduate to spend time in a public library environment building your skills and experience as you start in your career as a librarian.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Librarianship. Experience in other environments transferrable into a library setting are ideal.

How to apply

Apply online and send through a cover letter, your resume and a response to the key selection criteria which is on the last page of the position description.

All successful candidates must have a successful Police check and have a Working with Children Check (Employer not volunteer)

For further information contact Jane McKellar, Library Services Coordinator on 03 9249 4173

Selection Criteria

• Essential : Do you hold a relevant University Librarianship qualification eligible for Associate membership of ALIA
• Essential : Do you have great information and customer service skills?
• Essential : Please list your availability on both weekdays and weekends

Closing Date: 10 April 2022

Position Description attached above under Document\s

Application Guide: Download Guide

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Development Officer Local History & Information Services 

Location: Castle Hill, Australia | Reference: 5884136

About the role:

The Hills Shire Council has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced professional who is passionate about Local History. Based at Castle Hill, the Development Officer Local History & Information Services will preserve and future-proof the History of The Hills Shire. This role is responsible for managing the development, implementation and delivery of Local History and Information Service initiatives across the library service.

Duties include:

• Manage the acquisition, development and presentation of information sources physical and digital, including Reference collections, Hills Voices Online and online databases.
• Identify opportunities to utilise social media to increase reach of Local History and Information services.
• Develop, coordinate and deliver information services and local history training to staff.
• Ensure objectives of the library business plan are met in local history and information services.
• Manage the digitisation of the library's ephemera, photographs & archives to increase availability and access for customers.
• Develop internal and external partnerships to showcase the Local History Collection and increase community engagement with the history of the Shire.
• Undertake research for internal & external customers relating to the history of the Shire.
• Provide direct customer service at any of Council's libraries.
• Develop, implement & report on assigned projects.

About you:

To be successful in this role you will have:

1. Minimum 3 years in a similar role
2. Degree or post graduate qualifications or currently undertaking degree or post graduate qualifications in Library & Information studies coupled with relevant work experience.
3. Working with Children Check
4. Proven experience in the delivery of Information Services
5. Proven experience of local history of The Hills LGA
6. Strong technology skills, including digitisation and the use of metadata.

Working with us:

THSC employees enjoy: Performance Bonuses, Learning & Development Opportunities, Active Social Club, Variable Leave days, Proactive Wellbeing Initiatives, and Working for the Community.

Position details:

Permanent full-time role, S0311, Salary: From $83K + Superannuation

Next steps:

Please review the Position Description available on Council's Careers Page (or above under Document\s) and submit your application online at www.thehills.nsw.gov.au by 5pm on 5th April 2022.

Employment will be subject to clearance on the following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Drug and Alcohol Screening and Medical Check, and may also include a Criminal History and Working with Children Check.

The Hills Shire Council is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

We're seeking individuals who embrace our values and can work collaboratively to deliver quality customer services and infrastructure to The Hills Shire community.

Applications Close: 05 Apr 2022

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Team Leader Collections and Information Services

• Location: Liverpool City Council Libraries
• Package: $87,498.08 - $95,875.52
• Tenure: 1 x Permanent Full Time, 35 hours, 5 days per week
• Closing: 5 April 2022

Excellent opportunity for a leadership role, within a large community focused library service. The Team Leader Library Collections and Information Services directs and supports a team of seven staff.  Providing collections and services for a growing and diverse community.

Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Purchase, management and promotion of our physical library collections.
• Leading and supporting the team to provide well used and customer focused collections and information services.
• Supplier and contract tracking, ensuring quality standards and budget reporting. 

Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience and competencies of the successful applicant.

For further information about the position please contact Elysa Dennis, Coordinator Library Information & Heritage Services on (02) 87117150.

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

Click here for a copy of the position description  

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For Temporary positions, you need a visa that gives you permission to work in Australia.

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Library Programs Officer

SALARY: $1,223.30 - $1,401.90 pw + Super

Work Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Camden, Narellan & Oran Park

Come join an organisation with endless opportunities, where people choose to work because they are inspired by the chance to shape, influence and grow a community. 

As our Library Programs Officer, you will partner with all areas of our Library, Council and external organisations to deliver programs that connect the community and develop community learning. You will assist in the development, implementation and coordination of contemporary and dynamic programs to deliver high-quality customer experiences.

Working in state of the art facilities, in a programs-based environment that includes alternative lending collections and opportunities to think creatively to reach our growing community.

With over 50% of our population library members, in Australia’s fastest growing council, this is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly, customer-focussed team.

Don’t miss out on being part of something great by joining an evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation. 

What We Offer

We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.

We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.

As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!

Essential:

• Qualifications in Library and Information Science or equivalent, and/or experience
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating and delivering innovative and inclusive programs, including outreach programs
• Knowledge and experience in cataloguing, Libraries Australia and TROVE
• Demonstrated experience in providing excellence in customer service with the ability to confidently and proactively engage with library customers and value-add to the customer experience
• Proven ability to engage with all library customers and communicate effectively to provide high quality customer service and conduct customer service shift supervision
• Demonstrated ability to effectively organise and prioritise workloads
• Current high level digital literacy skills, with the confidence to support customers with diverse technology including online and virtual collections and services, across multiple devices, platforms, apps and software
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• General knowledge of library policies and practices, and current trends in libraries
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment including new technologies
• Demonstrated ability to apply EEO and WHS principles, and to proactively act with discretion

Desirable:

• Experience in the delivery of programs to children, youth and adults
• Experience in the delivery of staff training

Note: The above position has been identified as a Child-Related position under the Child Protection laws in NSW. Applicants will be required to obtain hold a Working With Children Check. For more information visit http://kids.nsw.gov.au/kids/working/newcheck. Prohibited Persons are not eligible to apply.

To meet Council’s WHS requirements and in accordance with Council’s Covid-19 Safety Plans, this position has been identified via risk assessment to be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or provide evidence of an approved medical contraindication. If a medical contraindication certificate is provided, it will be assessed against a risk assessment and the decision of whether Council accepts the medical contraindication certificate, will be based on operational needs.

Further Information: Michelle Birch, Team Leader Library Services on 02 4654 7957

Closing Date for above position: 11/04/2022

Position Description: For full position description details click here

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Librarian

• Permanent, full-time role, working a 70-hour nine-day fortnight (Including a Rostered Day Off)
• Salary range $1,499.34 - 1,661.26 per week + 10% super
• Manage library operations across all of Hilltops to ensure provision of a vital service to the community
• Applications close 12am Sunday 10 April 2022

As Librarian, you will manage, guide and direct the activities of library staff in general promotional activities to encourage community participation in general library patronage. You will also be responsible for capturing and measuring membership  to gauge the effectiveness of library programs and monitor the section’s budget in accordance with Council policy.

Applications

Applications will close at 12am on Sunday 10 April 2022.

Further details on the role are available in the information package here.

Why choose employment with Hilltops?

Hilltops Council has a new executive team and together with our staff as a whole, we are committed to embracing what makes the Hilltops region such a great place to live and work.

Our team is committed to delivering the best possible services to our local community. This is an exciting time to join us on this journey.

If you are looking to feel valued and proud of what you do, we invite you to share our experience in providing quality services to the Hilltops community.

General instructions for applying

Unless otherwise noted, your application you should include a brief cover letter (no more than two pages), a statement addressing the essential & desirable criteria (outlined in the information package), and a copy of your curriculum vitae.

Please email these to hr@hilltops.nsw.gov.au

To be eligible for all roles at Hilltops Council, you must be willing to demonstrate current rights to work in Australia, satisfy requisite background checks (medical checks, reference & probity checks) and hold a suitable drivers licence (Class C minimum). Some roles may also require working with children and police checks.

COVID-19 notice for interviews

Council is committed to providing a safe work environment and extends that commitment to all prospective candidates. As such, we will endeavour to facilitate interviews by way of voice or video conferencing, to ensure that we can progress recruitment in a timely manner.

Equal Opportunity statement

Hilltops Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we encourage applications from people of diverse cultural backgrounds, those of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and people with disabilities.

Manager, Collections

• Location: Goldfields Libraries, Bendigo
• Fixed Term Full Time
• Manager, Collections Band 6 $84,546 – $91,738
• Closing Date: 04/04/2022 04:00 pm

About the Role

The Manager, Collections is part of the Leadership Team and will work with the CEO to plan, develop and implement strategies and policies that will deliver an innovative and user focused library service across the municipalities serviced by Goldfields Library Corporation. The position will establish, maintain and manage all aspects of the physical and digital library collections held by Goldfields Library Corporation and will lead in the selection, acquisition, description, metadata management, logistics, licensing and negotiation, and collection analysis services to build a user-focused library collection attuned to the needs of our diverse communities.

Central to this position are a range of strategic and operational activities including planning, providing advice and support to Library Managers and staff, project management, budgeting and resources management, statistical analysis and reporting, managing direct reports, collection promotion and engagement with staff and patrons regarding the changing content of the collection.

How to Apply

via seek.org.au: https://www.seek.com.au/job/56384068

For further information contact: Mark Hands, CEO markh@ncgrl.vic.gov.au 03 5449 2780

Employment Documents:: https://www.plv.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Band-6-Manager-Collections.pdf